PhD Psychology
Course overview
The PhD (Doctorate) in Psychology is the highest academic qualification and is designed to create expert researchers in psychology. The goal of the PhD Psychology at Bangor University is for students to produce research of internationally publishable quality, significantly adding to academic knowledge in their chosen field.
This programme allows students to specialise in major areas like Social Neuroscience, Clinical and Health Psychology, and Language and Thinking. The normal length of study is three years full-time or five years part-time. They will work very closely with an assigned supervisor and get to use advanced equipment like brain scanning machines (MRI and EEG).
Entry requirements
Candidates are required to submit a personal statement in which they discuss their reasons for applying for the course and other relevant information regarding their studies. A relevant academic and/or employer reference is also required. Students have the option to upload their CVs along with their applications to demonstrate their work experience. A crucial first step is to identify and contact a potential supervisor whose research interests match their own, before applying for admission.
Grade Requirements:
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Applicants are expected to have an undergraduate degree in Psychology or a related subject, with a minimum class of 2:1 (Second Class Upper) or equivalent.
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If an applicant does not already hold a relevant MSc degree, the University would expect them to complete one before starting the PhD programme.
English Language Requirements:
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Applicants from non-English speaking backgrounds must demonstrate English language proficiency. The required score is IELTS 6.5 overall (with 5.5 in each section) or submission of equivalent accepted test scores.
Scholarships
Alumni Scholarship
£1,000 in addition to any other international scholarship awarded by Bangor University, UK (excluding the Vice-Chancellor scholarship), awarded for each year of study.
Up to £1,000Deans Scholarship
Undergraduate: £6,000 (per year of study); Postgraduate: £6,000.
Up to £6,000Deans Scholarship - Postgraduate Research
20% reduction in the published Postgraduate Research tuition fee for each year of study.
Up to 20% of feesHeads of School Scholarship
10% reduction in the published Postgraduate Research tuition fee for each year of study.
Up to 10% of feesInclusive Bangor Scholarships
Payment towards tuition fees for one-year taught or research postgraduate Masters (or for two years if studying part-time). This will be capped at £9,500.
International Scholarships
Undergraduate: £4,000 minimum (per year of study); Postgraduate: £6,000.
Refugee Scholarship
Start-Up Bursaries
Start Up Bursaries of £1,000 are available to those students (aged under 25) entering the University from care.
Up to £1,000Vice-Chancellor Postgraduate Research Scholarships
50% discount on the published International Tuition Fee for each year of study.
Up to 50% of feesVice-Chancellor Scholarship
Undergraduate & Postgraduate Taught - £10,000
Up to £10,000
Career opportunities
A PhD Psychology from Bangor University prepares graduates for highly specialised roles, predominantly in advanced research, academic, and clinical settings. Major career paths include:
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Academic Researcher
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University Lecturer/Professor
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Senior Research Scientist in the public or private sectors
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Clinical Psychologist
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Policy Advisor or Consultant for government or organisations
Cost of study
The tuition fee for a PhD Psychology in Bangor University for international students is £22,500. The tuition fee is subject to an annual increase.
Admission
Applications for the PhD Psychology programme at Bangor University are made directly to the Bangor University online portal. For more information, speak to one of our trained AHZ counsellors for this process
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